It is recommended to feed the baby the baby within the first two hours after birth. This is the time when the baby is most alert and eager to suck for comfort. Ask the nurse for help with the first feeding. If she is not available to assist you, ask for help from the Lactation Consultant.
After the first two hours of life, the baby will usually go into a deep sleep for about 4-6 hours. This is a great time for the mom to try to grab a few hours of sleep too! You will probably have to wake the baby for the next feeding (preferably within 3 hours from the first feeding). The baby does not always nurse as well the second time as he/she did the first but don't give up. It will get better!
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